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Hello! I am Alyssa

Alyssa Berger

User Experience Design student at Purdue University

As an undergraduate student at Purdue University, I am deeply immersed in our dynamic User Experience Design program (PUXD). My academic journey is fueled by a passion for enhancing user accessibility and exploring its convergence with artificial intelligence.

Leadership
Collaboration
Problem Solving
Research & Analysis
Figma
Web Design

Education

2023-Present
Bachelors of Science, User Experience Design
GPA: 4.0 / 4.0
Extracurricular Activities:
  • Purdue Hillel: Vice President of Programming & Engagement
  • Purdue Student Union Board: Director of Wellbeing & General Member
  • John Martinson Honors College: Honors Mentor & Hall Club Member
  • Residential Housing Association: Hall Senator
High School Diploma
GPA: 4.2 / 4.0

Work Experience

1
Elliott Hall of Music

Sep 2023 - Present

West Lafayette, Indiana

One of the largest proscenium theaters in the world, Elliot Hall of Music hosts over 40 shows a year for Purdue students and the Lafayette community as a whole.

Usher

Sep 2023 - Present

Responsibilities:
  • Guided and validated visitors, tailoring assistance to meet their unique needs
  • Supervised peer ushers, ensuring visitors were properly greeted with all questions appropriately answered
  • Ensured theatre remains safe and accessible throughout performances

The Bristol Senior Living

Jun 2023 - Present

Worthington, Ohio

The Bristol is a leading community offering luxurious independent and assisted living options, designed to provide residents with tailored services and amenities that meet their individual needs.

Server

Jun 2023 - Present

Responsibilities:
  • Excitedly welcomed residents with the understanding that we are guests in their homes, and that it is our pleasure to be in their attendance
  • Delivered and attended to the resident’s request for food, beverage, or culinary assistance in a timely manner
  • Assisted with separate department activities within the community, including buffet lines, tasting events, and holiday celebrations
2

Project Experience

Naval Observatory Construction Analysis
Naval Observatory Construction Analysis
Naval Observatory Construction Analysis
Researcher Aug 2024 - Present

The US Department of State Diplomacy Lab conducted historical research on the Old Naval Observatory, examining its construction and associated narratives.

Next Gen CASA Reports
Next Gen CASA Reports
Next Gen CASA Reports
UX Designer Aug 2024 - Dec 2024

This CASA-based, startup-sponsored project aims to revolutionize the current report writing system, giving valuable time back to volunteers and the children they support.

Human Epoch: Mapping Heritage
Human Epoch: Mapping Heritage
Human Epoch: Mapping Heritage
Researcher Jan 2024 - May 2024

The US Department of State’s Diplomacy Lab conducted research on the cultural heritage and historic significance of the US Chancery complex within the Historic Centre of Rome.

Microsoft Support Audience Expansion
Microsoft Support Audience Expansion
Microsoft Support Audience Expansion
UX Researcher Jan 2024 - May 2024

This Microsoft-sponsored project at Purdue University aims to understand and optimize self-help solutions for Millennials and Gen Z.

Publications

Welcome to the United States Chancery, located within the World Heritage Site of the Historic Centre of Rome, the Properties of the Holy See in that City Enjoying Extraterritorial Rights and San Paolo Fuori le Mura , housing the US Mission to Italy. While the historic buildings located within the Chancery complex serve an important role as an embassy for US citizens and an epicenter for diplomatic personnel in Italy, their significance to the cultural heritage and historic character of the city cannot be understated. In the following sections we will discuss the iconic Palazzo Margherita–which serves as the primary Embassy building–both before and after it became a US diplomatic space.